1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (131 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
